About this showing of The World at War
The ultimate guide to World War II, narrated by Laurence Olivier. Bomber Command are unable to hit their targets precisely and attack German cities under cover of darkness.
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The World at War
Whirlwind
This broadcast aired on U and YESTERDAY on Friday 28 August 2026, 17:00, ending at 18:00.
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ChannelU and YESTERDAY
StartsFri 28 Aug 2026, 17:00
EndsFri 28 Aug 2026, 18:00
Episode / edition: Whirlwind
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